By: Caroline Umphlet / Arab America Contributing Writer Khan al-Khalili is the most famous market in Egypt, and even one of the oldest open-air markets in the entire Arab World. Located in the heart of old Islamic Cairo, it stretches about half a square mile and is easily walkable from end to end. The market … Continued
Imagine a fire, what is the first thing you’ll grab? Take a minute to really think, what is special enough to save. What material items are worth risking your life for? Despite the horridness of this scenario, there is a silver lining which is that it forces us to reconsider what is valuable. Intern Menal Elmaliki, brings insight on minimalism, why you should be a minimalist. Minimalism, though seemingly modern, is an Islamic value and also a value shared in all religions, and past cultural traditions.
What is a Souk? Souk is the Arabic word for bazaar or market, and these are commonly found across North Africa and the Middle East. Souks reflect the local traditions, culture, and agriculture of their country and region. Souks in Morocco sell a variety of different goods, you can buy tagines, spices, clothing, leather goods, … Continued
Nowadays, the ability to save and distribute the budget properly are the most crucial factors in the financial literacy of a person or a family. It applies to all spheres of life. Today we will talk about the best places for grocery shopping and find out all the pros and cons of each option. Let’s … Continued
Souqs are the ancestors of today’s shopping malls. They exist since ancient times and prove that the concept of having fun while buying goods has been around for ages. Evidence of the presence of first souqs in the Middle East and North Africa points to 6th Century BCE. Initially, this kind of Oriental traditional bazaars … Continued
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